Man arrested over apparent attempt to abduct toddler in Dublin

Gardai have arrested a man after an alleged attempt to abduct a toddler in Dublin on Thursday.

The incident happened near the young child’s home on Sheriff Street shortly after 12pm.

A man, aged in his late 20s, was arrested at the scene for an alleged offence under the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act.

He is currently detained at a Garda station in Dublin.

Gardai said they are currently investigating and verifying the details of this incident, and that inquiries are ongoing.